Popular Post Hoblick Posted August 21, 2013 Popular Post Report Share Posted August 21, 2013 (edited) no its not mine.a friend of mine from work picked his up, and he let me take it for a spin. fit/finish: excellent for a $3000 motorcycle. everything is very thought out, paint is top notch, the instrument cluster is fantastic for a small little bike. Seems like it belongs on something a little pricier. The bars are a tad chincy to me, and the mirrors stick out like a sore thumb. only really big thing that bothers me is the swingarm is cheap looking, like it came straight off the XR100 and got painted black. Ergos: i fit alot better than i thought i would on it. the seat height is 31" and you can tell. its got alot more leg room to the pegs than i thought as well. bars are at a good height, though like i mentioned in the above category, a bit cheap feeling. those would be the first thing id change, although i dont know how good the the bar height would be then. Brakes: adequate, but for fast paced riding at the gap, or riding it at circleville, id go with a steel braided line and better pads. Suspension: meh... it works and decent, but the front needs resprung something fierce. You can pretty much bottom the forks out by holding the brake lever and giving it a good push. so stiffer springs would be a MUST! Rear shock doesnt seem way undersprung, but id for sure do it as well. or look into other shock options if i really wanted to spend some money. engine: its a 125cc 4 stroke, what do you expect? does it have alot of power? No. but the engine is smooth, and pulled me around with no issues. its pretty quick for what it is, and you can easily clutch a wheelie up. an exhaust/filter/tune would do alot for the bike and make it even better. the power band is great in it though (what power it has) and would be a blast on a kart track. Transmission: pretty smooth, gear changes are positive and consistent. Needs another gear. If it had another gear it would change the bike dramatically. although im sure they didnt just because of the power it makes. so they are trying to utilize what the have. the clutch is great, and i did get a couple of back scratches on down shifts coming off a nice straightaway. me thinks you could probably get this bike to back in nicely. Handling: so light, so small, it corners pretty damn good even with the super plush suspenders. it will be pretty easy to drag knee on this little scoot. i think dragging pegs will be an issue, but rearsets are all over the internet already (as the bike has been out overseas for years already) aftermarket: HUUUUUUGGEEE!! as stated above its been out for years overseas. and the aftermarket is big on these. Americas aftermarket is already selling parts and they have only been in dealerships about a week. there is gonna be so many goodies for these, and CHEAP! full exhaust can be had for about $250. Fun factor: pretty awesome for a NEW bike for $3000. yes its a niche market, and really only useful for short commutes, in town hooligan riding, kart tracks like circleville, or what would be the most fun of all... laps on deals gap. this would be hours of knee dragging fun on the dragon. i would buy this bike for this purpose alone. But i think these are gonna be a HUGE success and there will definately be Grom race leagues started. this will also be the premiere pit bike im sure. if you have never experienced riding a small bike like and XR100, KLX110, NSR50, etc. at a Kart Track, then jsut hopping on the Grom and riding it like normal you may not get the same impression as i did. after riding and racing on down at CRP on little bikes makes me appreciate this bike for what it is and the true fun factor it has. good luck trying to get your hands on one in the next few months if you didnt put a deposit down on one already. Turnone and Jinu better watch out at the gap next year, if i get a Grom, im gonna be passing thier scoots up. Edited August 21, 2013 by Hoblick 6 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
max power Posted August 21, 2013 Report Share Posted August 21, 2013 The fact it has rear pegs is hilarious. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
2talltim Posted August 21, 2013 Report Share Posted August 21, 2013 The fact that he could pass our asses in the corners 2up on that thing is hilarious. sent via GS3 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
turnone Posted August 21, 2013 Report Share Posted August 21, 2013 I want one but my scoot is not worried. I'm pretty sure I have more HP, way more gears (cvt) and I have drug left knee with my sh150i. Still working on the right knee. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MidgetTodd Posted August 21, 2013 Report Share Posted August 21, 2013 I am getting one. It will be my Gap ride next year Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
magley64 Posted August 21, 2013 Report Share Posted August 21, 2013 (edited) I want one but my scoot is not worried. I'm pretty sure I have more HP, way more gears (cvt) and I have drug left knee with my sh150i. Still working on the right knee. yeah, but your CVT causes way more friction losses through the drivertrain than conventional gears. (why bicycles don't typically have CVT) Edited August 21, 2013 by magley64 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bowdog Posted August 21, 2013 Report Share Posted August 21, 2013 Great review Hobs! These do look like a blast, cant wait to ride the midgets! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
turnone Posted August 21, 2013 Report Share Posted August 21, 2013 yeah, but your CVT causes way more friction losses through the drivertrain than conventional gears. (why bicycles don't typically have CVT)Sounds like a frag race is in order. My money is on the scooter. Fuel injected water cooled 150 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
magley64 Posted August 21, 2013 Report Share Posted August 21, 2013 (edited) Sounds like a frag race is in order. My money is on the scooter. Fuel injected water cooled 150 What's a frag race? edit: oh, duh, you meant drag race... If I had a grom I'd race you, but the only bikes I have are a 2001 CBRXX and a 82 Honda 450... i could pull one of the spark plug wires out of the 450... might be an even race then. Edited August 21, 2013 by magley64 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jbot Posted August 21, 2013 Report Share Posted August 21, 2013 Turnone and Jinu better watch out at the gap next year, if i get a Grom, im gonna be passing thier scoots up. 1. excellent write up! i will stop by my local honda dealer to see if they have one i can sit on/ride 2. BRING IT ONNNNNNNNNNNNNNNNNNNNNN zuma ain't scurred! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Hutch Posted August 21, 2013 Report Share Posted August 21, 2013 I am getting one. It will be my Gap ride next yearMidget on a midget bike and fat guy on a dirtbike we'll for sure get some looks 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jbot Posted August 22, 2013 Report Share Posted August 22, 2013 the timing for this thread was, by the way, impeccable. head over this way if you have some input for me. http://ohioriders.net/index.php?/topic/102561-shiny-bits-for-bikes/ Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
redkow97 Posted August 22, 2013 Report Share Posted August 22, 2013 What does it top out at? As a commuter tool, that's relevant... And I think the ability to hit 50 is important if you're planning to cruise at 40. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Hoblick Posted August 22, 2013 Author Report Share Posted August 22, 2013 60 was indicated Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JohnG Posted August 22, 2013 Report Share Posted August 22, 2013 Nice write up, Hob. Looks like some protection would be prudent for the bike... Frame sliders/case savers? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
redbarron77 Posted August 22, 2013 Report Share Posted August 22, 2013 any actual numbers on fuel MPG? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rawlins87 Posted August 22, 2013 Report Share Posted August 22, 2013 Do want Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
vw151 Posted August 23, 2013 Report Share Posted August 23, 2013 I thought I read it topped out at 65mph. Nice write up Hob. It's nice when someone takes the time to put their thoughts down like that. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tpoppa Posted August 23, 2013 Report Share Posted August 23, 2013 Seems like it would be fun at first, then collect dust. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
turnone Posted August 23, 2013 Report Share Posted August 23, 2013 Seems like it would be fun at first, then collect dust.This is why I will be looking for a used one as soon as someone tires of the novelty. Good training bike and for quick trips around town. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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